New College Swindon
About New College Swindon
New College Swindon is a popular choice among local families, and the numbers back that up. For the 2025/26 admissions round, the school received 416 applications for 200 places, giving an oversubscription ratio of 2.08. Of those, 232 were first-preference applications, and 192 first-preference offers were made, meaning the vast majority of successful applicants had it as their top choice. This level of demand suggests a strong reputation in the community, though no direct parent satisfaction survey data is available in the school’s records. The school is a large, mixed sixth-form college and secondary school for students aged 16 to 99, with a capacity of 2,243. It is a state-funded institution in Swindon, with no religious character, and is led by headteacher Leah Palmer. A notable 38.7% of students are eligible for free school meals, indicating a diverse intake.
Key Details
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jun 2022Latest monitoring visit (8 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
10Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
16Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
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